I know many of you are already saying your goodbyes to lessen the blow if Stauskas does choose to leave. I know it's likely that he will leave but can we stop saying goodbye as if he's already left, it's depressing and slightly annoying. We still have the B10 tournament and that one other tournament. Can I just have those weeks to still BELIEVE? Please?

Nova and Xavier are both tournament teams (one is going to probably be a #1) along with Georgetown Providence and St Johns all on the bubble. They definitely played a stronger schedule this year than when they were in the valley.

How many mid-major players could hack it at a higher level? Adam Morrison and Jimmer Fredette just to name a few who had a mass amount of hype because they shot a bunch and could score against below-average competition. The Bird comparison is a joke because basketball has changed exponentially since then. It isn't just about fundamentals anymore. It's about pace and athleticism and skill.

I'm not saying kids from smaller schools can't make a career out of basketball; I'm saying I don't see it with this one.

I want Nik to do what is best for him. I would love for him to stay if that is what is best for him because it is fun to watch him play but if he leaves someone else wlll fill the void. We lost Trey to the NBA and won the B!G Championship.